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Former ITN and Sky News presenter reveals advanced cancer diagnosis, encourages men to get tested and commits to charity ride
Veteran journalist and broadcaster Dermot Murnaghan has announced he is undergoing treatment for Stage IV prostate cancer, using the revelation to urge men to get tested and support cancer awareness.
Murnaghan, 67, who previously fronted programmes for Sky News, ITN, and BBC, revealed his diagnosis in a personal message posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday.
“I’ve been diagnosed with Stage 4 advanced prostate cancer,” Murnaghan wrote. “It’s treatable but not curable. I’m feeling strong, responding well to treatment, and determined to keep living my life fully – and to raise awareness.”
A Personal Message with Public Impact
In his post, Murnaghan expressed gratitude to his medical team for their care and to his wife and family for their “monumental love.” He also stressed that the disease “often develops without symptoms,” encouraging men over 50 or those with risk factors to seek NHS screening.
He included a link to Prostate Cancer UK, urging men to learn about the signs and risks:
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Plans to Join Cancer Charity Ride in September
Despite his diagnosis, Murnaghan has committed to joining Sir Chris Hoy’s ‘Tour de 4’ cancer charity bike ride in Glasgow this September, raising funds for cancer care and research.
“It’s my way of giving back, raising awareness, and supporting the cause,” he wrote.
He invited the public to support or donate via tourde4.com, aligning his personal battle with a wider public campaign.
The Reality of Prostate Cancer
According to Prostate Cancer UK, 1 in 8 men in the UK will be diagnosed with the disease during their lifetime. It remains the most common male cancer, yet often goes undetected until advanced stages.
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Symptoms are often silent, so routine testing remains critical for early diagnosis and better outcomes.
Public and Media Response
Within hours of posting, Murnaghan’s message had drawn thousands of reactions, with over 2.7K likes and hundreds of messages of support.
Followers, colleagues, and members of the media praised the broadcaster’s openness and bravery.
“Dermot’s courage is inspiring. Wishing him strength and healing,” one follower wrote.
